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Lahore: England captain Nasser Hussain has been reassured by a scan showing that his back problem was not serious.Hussain, currently leading England in the First test against Pakistan in Lahore, was a doubtful starter after feeling pain in the build-up to the match.''Nasser has had a precautionary scan on his back which shows no major problem. He has wear and tear,'' said Andrew Walpole, spokesman for the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).''We will continue to assess the situation and consider the options of injection between the Tests.'' (c) Reuters Limited. Click here for Restrictions